Cianna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cianna is an Irish name meaning 'ancient' or 'enduring.' It evolved from the name Ciana and has gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation. The name is associated with strength and beauty, and it does not have a biblical background.
The name Cianna is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cianna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cianna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5453rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1747th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2536th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cianna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cianna"
Pronunciation
/ˈsiːənə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Cianna is derived from the Irish name 'Ciana,' which is rooted in the word 'ciann,' meaning 'ancient' or 'enduring.'
Meaning
ancient, enduring
Language Evolution
Ciana, Cianna, Ciana
Historical Usage
The name Cianna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern variation of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kiana, Siana, Ciara
Modern Popularity & Image
Cianna is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and beauty.
Famous People
Cianna McGowan, Cianna Kelsey
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cianna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cianna"
"Cianna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5453rd of 27321 | 245 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1747th of 35406 | 1,825 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2536th of 30306 | 848 |
Regional Popularity of "Cianna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cianna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
70.51% 4454th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.27% 2120th/4582 |
25.45% 1314th/5164 |
27.49% 2010th/7313 |
22.94% 1712th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.92% 3184th/3984 |
49.61% 2226th/4487 |
36.97% 2522nd/6822 |
40.18% 2522nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cianna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cianna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.